A variation in this composition called Brillante, alla polacca is played by the violins. This work includes parts for the snare drum, woodblock, and the slapstick. One of its variations begins with timpani, which play a ritornello between the appearances of other instruments. The piccolo opens a prominent fugue in this piece, and the percussion both finish the opening statement of the theme and present the last variation. This piece was based on a rondo theme from (*) Ab
A variation in this composition called Brillante, alla polacca is played by the violins. This work includes parts for the snare drum, woodblock, and the slapstick. One of its variations begins with timpani, which play a ritornello between the appearances of other instruments. The piccolo opens a prominent fugue in this piece, and the percussion both finish the opening statement of the theme and present the last variation. This piece was based on a rondo theme from (*) Abdelazar, by Henry Purcell. Sotto voce sections of this composition allow for narration by Eric Crozier explaining which instruments the listener is hearing. For 10 points, name this piece intended to teach children about the different instruments of an ensemble, written by Benjamin Britten.
A variation in this composition called Brillante, alla polacca is played by the violins.
The {Young Person’s Guide} to the Orchestra: Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Purcell